If you’ve ever tried to put together a “simple” Terraform module for Azure, you’ll know it rarely stays simple. You start with a couple of resources.

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GitHub Copilot custom agents and skills can automate Terraform module creation for Azure by encoding organizational standards, security best practices, and Azure Verified Module patterns. Agents act as personas with specific workflows, while skills provide reusable knowledge packets. Together, they enforce mandatory checks (like calling azureterraformbestpractices), apply Azure CAF naming conventions, and generate production-ready modules with comprehensive features from minimal prompts. A shared repository demonstrates how to structure agents and skills to reduce repetitive work, catch issues earlier, and maintain consistency across infrastructure code.

Building Better Azure Terraform Modules with GitHub Copilot Agents and Skills